The American Academy of Pediatrics recently released new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ear infections. For most children with ear infections, it turns out antibiotics aren't the way to go. The majority of ear infections are caused by viruses, not bacteria, and these kinds of infections will get better on their own in a few
The American Academy of Pediatrics recently released new guidelines for the diagnosis and treatment of ear infections. For most children with ear infections, it turns out antibiotics aren't the way to go. The majority of ear infections are caused by viruses, not bacteria, and these kinds of infections will get better on their own in a few days. So, watchful waiting is really the best strategy for parents.
Chicago Tribune, 3/5/2013
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